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Update News: Wednesday, May 15, 2013

By on May 15, 2013 in Audio, Update News

In Wednesday’s news: U.S. Senate expected to pass sweeping bill today authorizing dozens of water projects; Norton Sound winter commercial king crab fishery closing for season today; Eleven new students will be attending Anvil City Science Academy in Nome next year; Scientists say small lava flows have been detected on two restless volcanoes in Alaska.

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Update News: Wednesday, March 20, 2013

By on March 21, 2013 in Audio, Update News

In Wednesday’s news:  U.S. House Ethics Committee to investigate Congressman Don Young official code of conduct; Member of U.S. Senate urging SEC to investigate Northern Dynasty Minerals; Alaska Department of Health & Social Services reports shortage of tuberculosis testing solution; Bill in Alaska Legislature may allow drivers to display proof of automobile insurance on mobile [...]

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Update News: Wednesday, February 13, 2013

By on February 13, 2013 in Audio, Update News

In Wednesday’s news: Nome School Board accepts Superintendant Mike Brawner’s resignation; U.S. Senate passes reauthorization of Violence Against Women Act; Bethel City Council finalized ordinance to impose tax on all tobacco products sold in the city; Nome Public Schools aims to increase student success by strengthening adult community support of youth.

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Update News: Monday, January 14, 2013

By on January 14, 2013 in Audio, Update News

In Monday’s news: Government Accountability Office report questions if Alaska Native Corporations share enough information with shareholders; Sitnasauk Native Corporation’s Board of Directors announce shareholder dividend distribution; Six members of U.S. Senate asking for more time to comment on “frankenfish.”

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